The purpose of the role is to provide a comprehensive administrative support to the school. To work collaboratively with all staff and parents in order to support pupil well being and to promote the five outcomes of Every Child Matter.
Main Duties:
Use initiative in time management to organise own workload in order to meet deadlines.
To provide cover for other administrative colleagues when required.
To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection reporting all concerns to an appropriate person as soon as they arise.
To be aware of and support difference and to ensure equal opportunities for all.
To contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school.
To attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
Help to identify own personal development needs and to participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
Their school is determined to provide the best education they can for ALL of their children especially those with Special Educational Needs.
The role will be subject to good references and a DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Company Benefits:
Company pension
Free Parking
Training
Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Level 2 functional skills in English and Maths (where applicable)
Qualifications required
5 GCSEs (grade 4 or above) or equivalent, including English and Maths.
Skills required
Ability to manage own workload effectively.
Willingness to undergo minor first aid training.
Knowledge and experience of information technology and ability to use ICT packages, including spreadsheets, data bases and word processing.
Possess good keyboard skills in order to produce high quality documents.
Accuracy and precision when preparing, maintaining and monitoring financial records and dealing with cash.
Have a knowledge and awareness of the regulatory framework around education and schools.
Ability to relate well to children and adults.
Be able to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and your own position within these
Ability to identify your own training and development needs and cooperate with the means to address these needs.
Prospects
Opportunity to progress into administration and finance roles within the school.
Qualification / Standard : ST0070 Business administrator
Duration 16 months